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A Good Provider Is One Who Leaves: One Family and Migration in the 21st Century by Jason DeParle

Nonfictioneers Book Group

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Randolph Board Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions, Home Page Feed
Age Group:
Adults

This month we will be reading A Good Provider Is One Who Leaves: One Family and Migration in the 21st Century by Jason DeParle.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Randolph Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussions, Home Page Feed
Registration Required
Description:

This month we will be reading A Good Provider Is One Who Leaves: One Family and Migration in the 21st Century by Jason DeParle.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The Library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the Library.

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eBooks, eAudiobooks and Digital Magazines

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Donofrio Family Technology Center at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed, Technology & STEAM
Age Group:
Adults

Your Ridgefield Library card gives you access to thousands of eBooks, eAudiobooks and digital magazines. We’ll show you what Libby, Hoopla and our newest platform, Blackstone Unlimited, have to offer and how to get started.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Donofrio Family Technology Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed, Technology & STEAM
Registration Required
Description:

Your Ridgefield Library card gives you access to thousands of eBooks, eAudiobooks and digital magazines. We’ll show you what Libby, Hoopla and our newest platform, Blackstone Unlimited, have to offer and how to get started.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The Library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the Library.

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Excel - The Fundamentals

Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Donofrio Family Technology Center at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed, Technology & STEAM
Age Group:
Adults

Spreadsheets are all about working with rows and columns of information, and Microsoft Excel is the spreadsheet most used by businesses, students, and home-users.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Donofrio Family Technology Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed, Technology & STEAM
Registration Required
Description:

Spreadsheets are all about working with rows and columns of information, and Microsoft Excel is the spreadsheet most used by businesses, students, and home-users.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The Library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the Library.

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All-Age Family Storytime

Monday, April 13, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Main Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Home Page Feed, Storytimes & Early Literacy
Age Group:
All Ages / Families, Ages 0-12 months, Age 3

Families with children of all ages engage in an active storytime that lets us talk, read, play, move, and sing together in the Children's Library! This program engages both the caregiver and the child together, so all at

Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Main Program Room
Age Group: All Ages / Families, Ages 0-12 months, Age 3
Program Type: Home Page Feed, Storytimes & Early Literacy
Description:

Families with children of all ages engage in an active storytime that lets us talk, read, play, move, and sing together in the Children's Library! This program engages both the caregiver and the child together, so all at

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The Library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the Library.

Photographs & Video

Photographs and video may be taken by Library staff during this event and used for Library publicity purposes, including in print and on social media.  Please let a staff member know if you do not wish to be photographed.

Photographing, filming, or recording patrons or staff by anyone other than Library staff is prohibited without the express advance permission of the Library Director.

Thank you.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Kids Coding Club

Kids Coding Club

Monday, April 13, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Leir Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed, Technology & STEAM
Age Group:
Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5

Students in grades 3-5 are invited to our Kids Coding Club with Fiero Code. Explore learn-to-code software with other kids to learn how to code in different programming languages to create games, apps and whatever you imagine.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Leir Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed, Technology & STEAM
Registration Required
Description:

Students in grades 3-5 are invited to our Kids Coding Club with Fiero Code. Explore learn-to-code software with other kids to learn how to code in different programming languages to create games, apps and whatever you imagine.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The Library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the Library.

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Scrabble Club

Monday, April 13, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Leir Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities, Home Page Feed
Age Group:
Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grades 6–8, Teens

For students in grades 3-12. Learn strategies and techniques with Scrabble Master Cornelia Guest. No registration required. Please contact Cornelia Guest at corneliasguest@gmail.com with any questions.

Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Leir Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grades 6–8, Teens
Program Type: Games & Activities, Home Page Feed
Description:

For students in grades 3-12. Learn strategies and techniques with Scrabble Master Cornelia Guest. No registration required. Please contact Cornelia Guest at corneliasguest@gmail.com with any questions.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The Library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the Library.

Gourd Birdhouse Workshop

Gourd Birdhouse Workshop

Monday, April 13, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Donofrio Family Technology Center at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed, Technology & STEAM
Age Group:
Adults

Join us to design your own Gourd Birdhouse with a supplied gourd and design tools.

Making STEAM:

Making STEAM is an initiative to offer activities and programs in Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math to the community. Find out about the wide array of instructional p...

Registration Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Donofrio Family Technology Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed, Technology & STEAM
Registration Required
Description:

Join us to design your own Gourd Birdhouse with a supplied gourd and design tools.

Making STEAM is an initiative to offer activities and programs in Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math to the community. Find out about the wide array of instructional programs, hands-on workshops, and special events the Library has to offer for all ages.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The Library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the Library.

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Online: Next Chapter Book Club

Monday, April 13, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Online at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions, Home Page Feed, Special Programs
Age Group:
Adults

Next Chapter Book Club is a unique community-based book club program for adolescents (16 & up) and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Our members love books for the same reasons most people do: they enjoy being trans

Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Online
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussions, Home Page Feed, Special Programs
Description:

Next Chapter Book Club is a unique community-based book club program for adolescents (16 & up) and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Our members love books for the same reasons most people do: they enjoy being trans

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The Library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the Library.

Online Programs

The Ridgefield Library cannot guarantee your security or privacy on third party websites or applications.

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Online: Instagram - Using the App

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:15pm
Online at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed, Technology & STEAM
Age Group:
Adults

Discover the basics of Instagram in this session via Zoom designed for beginners. You will learn how to set up your account, create a profile, and navigate the app’s main features.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Online
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed, Technology & STEAM
Registration Required
Description:

Discover the basics of Instagram in this session via Zoom designed for beginners. You will learn how to set up your account, create a profile, and navigate the app’s main features.

Disclaimer(s)

Online Programs

The Ridgefield Library cannot guarantee your security or privacy on third party websites or applications.

Playground by Richard Powers

Critics' Circle Book Group

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Randolph Board Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions, Home Page Feed
Age Group:
Adults

This month we will be reading

Registration Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Randolph Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussions, Home Page Feed
Registration Required
Description:

This month we will be reading

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The Library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the Library.

The Kiss Quotient by Helen Hoang

Love at First Page Book Group

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Randolph Board Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions, Home Page Feed
Age Group:
Adults

This month we will be reading The Kiss Quotient by Helen Hoang.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Randolph Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussions, Home Page Feed
Registration Required
Description:

This month we will be reading The Kiss Quotient by Helen Hoang.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The Library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the Library.

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Excel – Using Formulas and Functions

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Donofrio Family Technology Center at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed, Technology & STEAM
Age Group:
Adults

This class covers a critical aspect of Microsoft Excel, the ever-popular spreadsheet program. We will discuss working with numeric data, using formulas to do common calculations, and using Excel’s incredibly versatile built-in functions.&nbsp

Registration Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Donofrio Family Technology Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed, Technology & STEAM
Registration Required
Description:

This class covers a critical aspect of Microsoft Excel, the ever-popular spreadsheet program. We will discuss working with numeric data, using formulas to do common calculations, and using Excel’s incredibly versatile built-in functions.&nbsp

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The Library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the Library.

Half a King by Joe Abercrombie

Infinite Worlds Book Group

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Donofrio Family Technology Center at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions, Home Page Feed
Age Group:
Adults

The title for this month is Half a King

Registration Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Donofrio Family Technology Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussions, Home Page Feed
Registration Required
Description:

The title for this month is Half a King

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The Library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the Library.

Social Media

Online: Level Up Your Social Media Presence with Kate Fitzpatrick

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Online at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed, Technology & STEAM
Age Group:
Adults

Stop guessing and start growing—join us via Zoom for a deep dive into social media strategies for small businesses and nonprofits.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Online
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed, Technology & STEAM
Registration Required
Description:

Stop guessing and start growing—join us via Zoom for a deep dive into social media strategies for small businesses and nonprofits.

Disclaimer(s)

Online Programs

The Ridgefield Library cannot guarantee your security or privacy on third party websites or applications.

Friends of the Ridgefield Library

Friends of the Ridgefield Library Big Book Sale

All Day 4/17 - 4/20
Combined Main and Dayton Program Rooms at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Book Sales, Home Page Feed, Special Programs
Age Group:
Adults, All Ages / Families

Don't miss the Friends of the Ridgefield Library's multi-day Big Book Sale!  Great choices for readers of all ages and interests. 

Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Combined Main and Dayton Program Rooms
Age Group: Adults, All Ages / Families
Program Type: Book Sales, Home Page Feed, Special Programs
Description:

Don't miss the Friends of the Ridgefield Library's multi-day Big Book Sale!  Great choices for readers of all ages and interests. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The Library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the Library.

Art supplies line the bottom edge. The text reads "Teen CreateSpace"

Teen CreateSpace

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Ellis Family Teen Center at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Craft/DIY, Home Page Feed, Special Programs
Age Group:
Grades 6–8, Teens

Teen CreateSpace is a great chance to use the wide variety of crafting supplies we have here to make whatever your heart desires (within reason).

Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Ellis Family Teen Center
Age Group: Grades 6–8, Teens
Program Type: Craft/DIY, Home Page Feed, Special Programs
Description:

Teen CreateSpace is a great chance to use the wide variety of crafting supplies we have here to make whatever your heart desires (within reason).

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The Library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the Library.

A rock with two white shells and a bee drawn on it, named "Cafe Bee's Knees"

Take & Make: Bee Cafe

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 10:00am - 8:00pm
Ellis Family Teen Center at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Craft/DIY, Home Page Feed, Special Programs
Age Group:
Grades 6–8, Teens

Come grab a kit to make a bee cafe, where bees can stop and safely get a drink. The kit will contain everything you need to make the craft.

Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Ellis Family Teen Center
Age Group: Grades 6–8, Teens
Program Type: Craft/DIY, Home Page Feed, Special Programs
Description:

Come grab a kit to make a bee cafe, where bees can stop and safely get a drink. The kit will contain everything you need to make the craft.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The Library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the Library.

Illustrated animals reading blue book outside

All-Age Family Storytime

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Leir Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Home Page Feed, Storytimes & Early Literacy
Age Group:
All Ages / Families, Ages 0-12 months, Age 3

Families with children of all ages engage in an active storytime that lets us talk, read, play, move, and sing together in the Children's Library! This program engages both the caregiver and the child together, so all at

Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Leir Children’s Program Room
Age Group: All Ages / Families, Ages 0-12 months, Age 3
Program Type: Home Page Feed, Storytimes & Early Literacy
Description:

Families with children of all ages engage in an active storytime that lets us talk, read, play, move, and sing together in the Children's Library! This program engages both the caregiver and the child together, so all at

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The Library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the Library.

Photographs & Video

Photographs and video may be taken by Library staff during this event and used for Library publicity purposes, including in print and on social media.  Please let a staff member know if you do not wish to be photographed.

Photographing, filming, or recording patrons or staff by anyone other than Library staff is prohibited without the express advance permission of the Library Director.

Thank you.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

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Scrabble Club

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Leir Children’s Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities, Home Page Feed
Age Group:
Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grades 6–8, Teens

For students in grades 3-12. Learn strategies and techniques with Scrabble Master Cornelia Guest. No registration required. Please contact Cornelia Guest at corneliasguest@gmail.com with any questions.

Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Leir Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grades 6–8, Teens
Program Type: Games & Activities, Home Page Feed
Description:

For students in grades 3-12. Learn strategies and techniques with Scrabble Master Cornelia Guest. No registration required. Please contact Cornelia Guest at corneliasguest@gmail.com with any questions.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The Library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the Library.

Next Chapter Book Club Logo

Online: Next Chapter Book Club

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Online at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions, Home Page Feed, Special Programs
Age Group:
Adults

Next Chapter Book Club is a unique community-based book club program for adolescents (16 & up) and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Our members love books for the same reasons most people do: they enjoy being trans

Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Online
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussions, Home Page Feed, Special Programs
Description:

Next Chapter Book Club is a unique community-based book club program for adolescents (16 & up) and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Our members love books for the same reasons most people do: they enjoy being trans

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The Library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the Library.

Online Programs

The Ridgefield Library cannot guarantee your security or privacy on third party websites or applications.

Giovanni's Room by James Baldwin

Hybrid: A.M. Book Group

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Randolph Board Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions, Home Page Feed
Age Group:
Adults

This week we will be reading

Registration Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Randolph Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussions, Home Page Feed
Registration Required
Description:

This week we will be reading

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The Library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the Library.

Online Programs

The Ridgefield Library cannot guarantee your security or privacy on third party websites or applications.

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More Excel!

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Donofrio Family Technology Center at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed, Technology & STEAM
Age Group:
Adults

This class covers additional important features of Microsoft Excel. We will discuss: using dates in Excel, filling cells efficiently, important viewing and printing options, and additional formatting features.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Donofrio Family Technology Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed, Technology & STEAM
Registration Required
Description:

This class covers additional important features of Microsoft Excel. We will discuss: using dates in Excel, filling cells efficiently, important viewing and printing options, and additional formatting features.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The Library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the Library.

Teen Advisory Group

Teen Advisory Group (TAG)

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Dayton Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Home Page Feed, Special Programs
Age Group:
Grades 6–8, Teens

Want to make a difference in your community and earn service hours?

Registration Required
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Dayton Program Room
Age Group: Grades 6–8, Teens
Program Type: Home Page Feed, Special Programs
Registration Required
Description:

Want to make a difference in your community and earn service hours?

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The Library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the Library.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

The words "Teen Hangout" and a few geometric painted designs in the background.

Teen Hangout

Friday, April 24, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Dayton Program Room at Ridgefield Library
Program Type:
Craft/DIY, Home Page Feed, Special Programs
Age Group:
Grades 6–8, Teens

Relax with friends on Friday afternoon - play board, card or video games, make a craft, have a snack...no registration necessary, just drop in.

Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Dayton Program Room
Age Group: Grades 6–8, Teens
Program Type: Craft/DIY, Home Page Feed, Special Programs
Description:

Relax with friends on Friday afternoon - play board, card or video games, make a craft, have a snack...no registration necessary, just drop in.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The Library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the Library.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.